To promote the spiritual, social and general well-being of people who are deaf and hard of hearing in the diocese of Oxford (Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire).

Advise local churches on the needs of complying with the Disability Discrimination Act with regards to hearing loss. This includes giving a small grant towards a loop system in some churches. Run a Volunteer Befriending scheme where people visit isolated deaf people in their homes or go on outings together. Promotes pastoral support. Holding regular church services at 8 different venues which are accessible for people with hearing loss Raising Deaf Awareness. We have a team of 3 chaplains.

Reduces any sense of isolation that deaf or hard of hearing people may face. Allows deaf and hard of hearing people to access worship. One in Seven of the population has a hearing loss so a huge number of people can benefit from your donations.